Nick was at a loss for words; he couldn't quite confirm whether Emma Bennett's words were true, but at the very least, he certainly wasn't as valued by her as he used to be.
He left the doorway sullenly, his face filled with dejection.
It always felt like Emma had discovered something, but then he denied it. Emma couldn't see; what could she possibly discover?
But after taking care of her for so long, how could she just decide not to let him be by her side anymore?
It was utterly baffling.
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When Lucy and Jacob Green returned to Ningham, the sky was studded with stars.
Back in the bedroom, as Lucy removed her makeup and was brushing her teeth, Jacob drew a bath and then walked over to help her undress.
By the time Lucy finished brushing her teeth, she was already completely bare.
Jacob embraced her, "Don't go to work yet, stay with me for a few days."
"I can take a few days off at home, but you're not going to the office either?"
